Things to do in Addis Ababa

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What to do in Addis Ababa


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Areas of Addis Ababa

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Bole

4/5(38 area reviews)

Unique features of Bole include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Medhane Alem Church or Edna Mall while you're exploring the area.

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Kirkos

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Kirkos. You might want to make time for a stop at Meskel Square or Addis Ababa Stadium.

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Bishoftu

If you're spending some time in Bishoftu, Debre Zeyit Market and Lake Bishoftu are top sights worth seeing.

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Yeka

3/5(3 area reviews)

Yeka is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shola Market and Zefmesh Grand Mall.

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Nifas Silk-Lafto

4/5(2 area reviews)

Travellers like the art galleries in Nifas Silk-Lafto, and Zoma Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Lideta

While visiting Lideta, you might make a stop by sights like Addis Ababa National Archives and Library and International Evangelical Church IEC and Evangelical Theological College.

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